NAN 500 mg (Tablet)

Unit Price: ৳ 7.73 (50's pack: ৳ 386.50)

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Naproxen sodium
Company Reliance pharmaceuticals ltd

Indications

  • Relief of rheumatoid arthritis symptoms
  • Relief of osteoarthritis symptoms
  • Relief of ankylosing spondylitis symptoms
  • Relief of juvenile arthritis symptoms
  • Relief of tendonitis symptoms
  • Relief of bursitis symptoms
  • Relief of acute gout symptoms
  • Management of primary dysmenorrhea & pain

Pharmacology

Blocks COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes

Dosage & Administration

  • Should be taken with water
  • Adult dosages for different indications
  • Children dosages for different indications
  • Usage instructions for Naproxen Gel

Interaction

  • Diminishes the antihypertensive effect of ACE inhibitors
  • Delays absorption of the medicine by Antacids & Sucralfate
  • Increases adverse effects when taken with Aspirin
  • Reduces the natriuretic effect of Diuretics
  • Enhances the toxicity of Methotrexate
  • Increases the risk of GI bleeding when taken with Warfarin or Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRI)

Contraindications

Not to be taken by patients with known hypersensitivity to Naproxen or those who have experienced adverse reactions after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs. Also contraindicated for perioperative pain in the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery

Side Effects

  • Gastrointestinal symptoms
  • Central Nervous System symptoms
  • Dermatological symptoms
  • Cardiovascular symptoms
  • Other reported symptoms

Pregnancy & Lactation

May have adverse effects on fetus and nursing infants. Balancing benefits to the mother against possible risks to the fetus recommended. Excreted in small amounts in breast milk.

Precautions & Warnings

  • Renal effects
  • Hepatic effects
  • Recommended caution in patients with impaired renal function

Therapeutic Class

  • Drugs for Osteoarthritis
  • Drugs for Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)

Storage Conditions

Keep below 30°C temperature, protected from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

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